Dear Human Resources:

Epizode

• Ep. 134 - Levating the virtual meeting experience for remote & hybrid teams - Mark Mallchok 01.06.2026 34min

  Today’s episode focuses on something we have all experienced virtual and hybrid meetings. Many organizations are still struggling to make virtual meetings feel engaging and worth people’s time. To help us rethink how we design these experiences, I’m delighted to welcome Mark Mallchok, Principal and Chief Event Strategist at Brella Productions. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Mixing: Kelly Minnis
• Ep. 133 - How AI, Compliance, and High-Skill Independent Workers Will Reshape HR Strategy - Colleen Tiner 15.05.2026 22min

  Colleen Tiner, Chief Product Officer at Beeline, leads the company’s AI-related initiatives. She talks about How AI, Compliance, and High-Skill Independent Workers Will Reshape HR Strategy. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Mixing: Kelly Minnis
• Ep. 129 - AI’s Role in the Modern HR Function - Joey Price 01.05.2026 21min

  In this episode, we’re talking about AI’s Role in the Modern HR Function. Artificial intelligence is transforming how organizations recruit, manage, and support employees — but with these innovations come important questions about ethics, fairness, and the future of work. Joining me today is Joey Price, CEO of Jumpstart HR, TEDx speaker on AI in the workplace, and author of the book The Power of HR: How to Make an Organizational Impact as a People Professional. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Mixing: Kelly Minnis
• Ep. 132 - Parental Leave Policies - Beth Wanner 15.04.2026 15min

  Today’s conversation sits right at the intersection of people, policy, and performance. We're going to focus on Parental Leave Policies. Our guest is Beth Wanner, the founder of Mother Cover, an agency that provides interim and fractional leadership coverage to help organizations maintain momentum while employees take parental or caregiver leave. Beth brings a rare and powerful dual perspective to this work. She’s led teams as a tech executive, and she’s also navigated the personal transformation of becoming a mother. That combination gave her a front-row seat to a persistent workplace tension: how organizations can genuinely support employees through major life transitions without sacrificing business continuity. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Mixing: Kelly Minnis
• Ep. 131 - Busy Work Is the First Thing AI Should Take - Sharon Gai 01.04.2026 20min

  Today’s episode is about AI, but not in the usual way. We’re not talking about fear, replacement, or hype. Instead, we’re asking a much more practical question: Busy Work is the First Thing AI Should Take: How to Break Down Your Job Into ‘AI Tasks’ and ‘Human Tasks’—and Why It Matters. And how can we break our jobs into AI tasks and human tasks—in a way that actually gives us back time, energy, and agency? Our guest is Sharon Gai, an international keynote and TEDx speaker, AI and innovation expert, former Alibaba executive, and author of the book How to Do More with Less: Future-Proofing Yourself in an AI-Driven Economy. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Host: Kelly Minnis
• Ep. 130 - What HR leaders can learn from a fighter pilot cockpit drill - Boo Boucousis 15.03.2026 19min

  Christian “Boo” Boucousis (“Boo") is a former fighter pilot turned CEO of the company Afterburner., which helps organizations translate high-stakes aviation thinking into business execution. He’s the author of The Afterburner Advantage, an Amazon bestseller in leadership, and he works with Fortune 500 companies—and even NFL teams that went on to win the Super Bowl—to build purpose-driven, high-performing cultures. He’s known for turning chaos into clarity. Book talks about what HR leaders can learn from a fighter pilot cockpit drill. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Host: Kelly Minnis
• Ep. 128 - Pets at Work Can Increase Productivity - Erika Sinner 15.02.2026 18min

  Our guest is Erika Sinner, Founder and CEO of Directorie, a $15 million healthcare commercialization company and a two-time Inc. 5000 honoree. She also serves as the Chief Empathy Officer at the nonprofit TinySuperheroes, empowering critically ill children to discover their strength and voice. A passionate advocate for pet-inclusive workplaces and a leading voice on pet bereavement leave, Erika is the bestselling author of Pets Are Family. In this episode, she talks about the Importance of Celebrating Our Pets in the Workplace. From Slack channels full of puppy pics to thoughtful pet bereavement policies, organizations are recognizing what many of us already know—pets are family, and honoring that truth can transform culture. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Mixing: Kelly Minnis
• Ep. 127 - Why qualified candidates get ghosted - Steph Cartwright 01.02.2026 18min

  Today’s episode dives into a frustrating but all-too-common experience for job seekers — submitting dozens of resumes and hearing... nothing. Why are qualified candidates getting ghosted? And what exactly are recruiters — and the bots they use — really looking for? To help us unpack this, I’m joined by Steph Cartwright, a Job Search Strategist, Certified Resume Writer, and the solopreneur behind Off The Clock Resumes. Since 2014, Steph has helped hundreds of job seekers break through barriers and get noticed, offering guidance on everything from resumes to LinkedIn strategy. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Mixing: Kelly Minnis
• Ep. 126 - Job Hugging - Hanna Hasl-Kelchner 15.01.2026 19min

  Our guest is Hanna Hasl-Kelchner, the international award-winning author of Seeking Fairness at Work. She was named one of the Top 9 Impact Authors by the 2024 Goody Business Book Awards. A former business lawyer turned strategist and host of the syndicated podcast Business Confidential Now, Hanna blends legal, social, and practical insight to help leaders build fair and high-performing workplaces. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Mixing: Kelly Minnis
• Ep. 125 - Cultural Fit and the Future of Hiring in Latin America - Leandro Cartelli 01.01.2026 26min

  In this episode, we welcome Leandro Cartelli, founder of Lana Talent, a firm dedicated to connecting businesses with exceptional Latin American talent while ensuring both skills alignment and cultural fit. With over 15 years of experience leading Talent Acquisition efforts at companies like Accenture and DeliveryHero, Leandro brings a wealth of knowledge in building scalable, data-driven recruitment strategies. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Mixing: Kelly Minnis
• Ep. 124 - How student debt affects employees- Aaron Smith 15.12.2025 18min

  In this episode, we talk with Aaron Smith, the co-founder of Savi, a platform helping millions navigate student loan repayment. He’s spent over a decade in student loan policy and higher ed tech, working with organizations like AARP and The National Education Association to unlock nearly $5 billion in projected savings for borrowers. Aaron is also the founder of Young Invincibles, an advocacy organization he started while still managing his own student debt. He’s collaborated with the Department of Education and even the White House on meaningful student loan reforms. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Mixing: Kelly Minnis
• Ep. 123 - What HR needs to know before sponsoring that next visa - Matthew Hellrung 01.12.2025 25min

  Matthew Hellrung is co-Founder & Partner at Meltzer Hellrung LLP. He helps companies create scalable and compliant immigration programs that withstand audits and policy changes. With over a decade of experience, he’s a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and HR leaders for his expertise in I-9 compliance, global mobility, and visa sponsorship. In this episode, Matthew talks about “What HR needs to know before sponsoring that next work visa". Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Mixing: Kelly Minnis
• Ep. 122 - Leadership in the Age of Algorithms - Ken Coats 15.11.2025 7min

  Ken Coats is the visionary behind KENTECH. His insights on protecting vulnerable communities and growing global businesses have earned him the trust of over 125,000 entrepreneurs and business leaders. In this episode, Ken talks about Leadership in the Age of Algorithms, a deep dive into what leadership looks like when machine learning is making—or influencing—more and more decisions. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Mixing: Kelly Minnis
• Ep. 121 - Why the ADA is more than legal red tape - Rachel Shaw 01.11.2025 22min

  Rachel Shaw is President of Shaw HR Consulting. She is a seasoned HR expert who helps organizations shift from fear-based compliance to people-first, legally sound strategies that build strong workplace cultures. Rachel has 20 years of executive HR experience and she’s the author of The Disabled Workforce: What the ADA Never Anticipated in which she provides practical guidance to HR and risk professionals. In this episode, Rachel is going to talk about why the ADA is more than legal red tape. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Mixing: Kelly Minnis
• Ep. 120 - Fake employees created by AI - Leah Stiegler 15.10.2025 19min

  Leah Stiegler is principal and management-side labor and employment attorney working with business leaders and HR professionals nationwide from her office at the Virginia-based law firm Woods Rogers. She advises employers through the entire employment life cycle, from recruitment to termination and severance, to ensure compliance and keep them out of court. You can catch Leah on her YouTube series, What’s the Tea in L&E, where she tackles the topics that keep HR professionals up at night. In this episode, Leah is going to discuss “Fake employees created by AI”. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Mixing: Kelly Minnis
• Ep. 119 - Breaking up with the two weeks' notice - Robert Glazer 01.10.2025 16min

  Robert Glazer is the founder and chairman of the board of Acceleration Partners, a global leader in partnership marketing. He also cofounded and chaired BrandCycle. Robert is a serial entrepreneur and an award-winning executive. He is also a #1 Wall Street Journal and USA Today author. His books include Elevate, Friday Forward, Elevate Your Team, and How to Thrive in the Virtual Workplace. In this episode, Robert is going to tell us why we should Break up with the two weeks' notice. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Mixing: Kelly Minnis
• Ep. 118 - Online Resolution Platform - Rich Lee 15.09.2025 25min

  Rich Lee is CEO & Co-Founder of New Era ADR, a venture-capital-backed tech company that saves both individuals and businesses time and money while bringing long-desired but never-before-seen certainty and predictability to their legal disputes. In this episode, Rich is going to talk about an online resolution platform. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Mixing: Kelly Minnis
• Ep. 117 - Life and work lessons learned from growing up poor - Irma Neal 01.09.2025 26min

  Irma Neal is the former Deputy Mayor of the city of Indianapolis, Indiana and Director of Human Services with more than 30 years of experience in government and corporate sectors. She has dedicated her career to transforming human services and financial literacy and has spent over 15 years as a business owner and consultant, working with government agencies, schools, and private organizations. Growing up in a family facing financial hardship, Irma learned early the importance of money management, which fueled her lifelong passion for economic education. As the best-selling author of Leading in Chaos, Irma is passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others. In this episode, Irma talks about some life and work lessons she learned from growing up poor. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Mixing: Kelly Minnis
• Ep. 116 - the Future of Work: Navigating Hybrid Work Models - Ashley Goldberg 15.08.2025 12min

  Ashley Goldberg is President and Partner at Search Solution Group. She has been instrumental in the firm’s growth over her 12-year tenure. Starting as Director of National Sales, she quickly advanced to become the Search Solution Group’s youngest partner. She now leads a sales team of over 30 professionals. Her leadership has helped establish her company as the top executive search firm in Charlotte, NC. Ashley is also a supermom of five. In this episode, Ashley talks about the Future of Work: Navigating Hybrid Work Models. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Mixing: Kelly Minnis
• Ep. 115 - Technology and workforce change management - John Masud Parvez 01.08.2025 36min

  John Masud Parvez is the Founder of VSHR Group. John has led impactful transformations for billion-dollar companies and spearheaded research-driven solutions across sectors, including healthcare, HR, and education. His expertise and 8 years of research on workforce transformation are featured in his book, “100x Business Workforce”, which is being translated into several languages. In this episode, John talks about Technology and workforce change management. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Mixing: Kelly Minnis